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A Quickbooks Review

Choosing accounting software can feel a bit like buying a mattress—you know it’s important, you’ll be using it daily, but the options are...

2 days ago3 min read

The Role of a Bookkeeper

When you run a small business, your to-do list can feel never-ending. You wear a lot of hats – from sales and customer service to...

May 93 min read

Navigating VAT: Understanding Rates & Rules

Let’s face it, VAT can feel like a tangled web of percentages, rules, and exceptions. For small businesses, knowing which VAT rate to...

May 23 min read

VAT Registration and Your Business

If you're a small business owner in the UK, you’ve probably heard people talk about VAT—often with a sigh and a slightly stressed...

Apr 254 min read

Payroll Year End: What Employers Need to Know

Payroll year end is one of those things that can sneak up on small business owners. One minute you’re happily paying staff as usual, and...

Apr 173 min read

Sole Trader Or Limited Company: What’s Right for You?

If you're a sole trader, chances are you've wondered whether becoming a limited company is the next logical step. Maybe you've been...

Apr 114 min read

Making Tax Digital: Income Tax Self Assessment – Let’s Explain

The world of tax is changing, and if you’re self-employed or a landlord, it’s time to take note. HMRC’s Making Tax Digital for Income Tax...

Apr 44 min read

CIS Explained: What It Is, Who It’s For, and How It Works

If you work in the construction industry, chances are you’ve come across the Construction Industry Scheme – or CIS, as it’s commonly...

Mar 284 min read

Let’s Get Ready for the New Financial Year

The end of the financial year is upon us – and if you’re self-employed, you probably know what that means. Time to gather your records,...

Mar 213 min read

Being an Employer: Your Responsibilities and Obligations

Congratulations! You’ve taken the leap from being a solo entrepreneur to an employer. That’s a big step – and an exciting one. But before...

Mar 144 min read

How to Achieve a Work-Life Balance as a Busy Business Owner

Is Work Life Balance an Impossible Dream? Running your own business is exciting, rewarding, and—let’s be honest—exhausting. Whether...

Mar 74 min read

Networking in Business: Why It Matters and How to Do It Well

For many small business owners and sole traders, the word networking can conjure up images of awkward handshakes, lukewarm coffee, and...

Feb 214 min read

Imposter Syndrome In Small Business

Let’s talk about something most small business owners and sole traders don’t always admit to – Imposter Syndrome

Feb 144 min read

DIY Bookkeeping Mistakes

The Problems of DIY Bookkeeping Bookkeeping might not be the most exciting part of running a business, but it’s certainly one of the most...

Feb 73 min read

Bookkeeping Tips - Allowable Business Expenses

When it comes to completing your tax return, ensuring you claim every allowable expense is crucial. These deductions can significantly...

Jan 244 min read

Bookkeeping for Landlords

Managing a property portfolio, whether it consists of a single rental property, a handful of HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) or...

Jan 174 min read

Why Is Filing Self-Assessment Returns So Stressful and Why Do So Many People Leave It Until the Last Minute?

Why Is Filling Self-Assessment Returns So Stressful and Why Do So Many People Leave It Until the Last Minute?

Jan 104 min read